Air-powered spindle gives micromachining a boost
A recent spindle that runs on compressed air lets companies perform ultra high-speed and precision micromachining on existing machining centers. The RBX...
What's the biggest part an RP machine can make?
Engineers at RedEye RPM, Eden Prairie, MN (redeye.com) say they answer the question with: What's the biggest part you need? The largest rapid prototyping...
Together For The First Time: Abrasive Waterjet And EDM
Using abrasive waterjets and EDMs in tandem can provide a one-two punch that increases throughput of small, metal parts less than about 1-in. thick. Combining...
How To Hone Super-Accurate Holes
A series of vertical CNC honing machines provide a closed-loop control of tool feed to make holes with accuracies to 10-6 in., in sizes from 0.120 to...
Updates To MIM Make Better Net-Shaped Parts
Metal injection molding (MIM) has gotten more versatile in the last few years. For starters, it combines the flexibility of injection molding with the...
How To Machine Flat, Brittle Parts
Do you first think of stamping for manufacturing flat metal parts? It may not be the best choice. In fact, a process called photochemical machining (PCM) provides a better alternative for parts that are about 0.0002 to 0.090-in. thick and intricate, brittle, or have low production volumes. PCM, also known as chemical milling, is an etching method in which a mask defines locations where the metal will be removed. ...
How to trim part counts and mold in a Class-10,000 room
A certified ISO Class 7 mini-environment (Class 10,000) is now available at manufacturer Juno Inc, Anoka, Minn. (junoinc.com) for medical clients who...
Free manufacturing Webinars
To compete in today's fast-paced and rough-and-tumble business environment, shops must set themselves apart by using new technologies and processes. Makino...
Online metalforming forum, en Espnol
The Precision Metalforming Association has launched an online forum for Spanish-speaking companies involved in assembly, metal stamping, tool and die,...
Think small says medical manufacturer
Designers can improve product performance with miniaturized molded components says ISO-13485:2003-certified supplier Minnesota Rubber and QMR Plastics,...
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